Four-wheel drive All Terrain Vehicles (2002 Model Year)
Published October 1, 2002
Summary
CPSC records recall 03501, published October 1, 2002. Reported units: Approximately 950.
What's the hazard
The hose barbs that are used for the fuel fittings on the bottom of the fuel tank may have been overly tightened and possibly the wrong sealer was used during assembly. This can cause the threaded joint to fail and the sealer to not adhere to the joint itself. Fuel can drip from the tank, posing a fire hazard. In addition, there was a casting flaw in the aluminum housing on the front suspension. This could cause the front wheel to come loose from the connection point, causing the rider to lose control of the vehicle.
What to do
Consumers should stop using these ATVs immediately and contact their local Manco Products, Inc. dealer to schedule a free repair or to receive a full refund. Owners of these ATVs have been directly notified about this recall.
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Recall details
- Brand
- Manco Products, Inc., of Ft. Wayne, Ind.
- Distributor
- True Value Hardware, Ace Hardware and some outdoor power equipment dealers sold these ATVs, from March 2002 through July 2002, for between $2, 999 and $3,299.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Four-wheel drive All Terrain Vehicles (2002 Model Year) recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 03501 on October 1, 2002. Reported hazard: The hose barbs that are used for the fuel fittings on the bottom of the fuel tank may have been overly tightened and possibly the wrong sealer was used during assembly. This can cause the threaded joint to fail and the sealer to not adhere to the joint itself. Fuel can drip from the tank, posing a fire hazard. In addition, there was a casting flaw in the aluminum housing on the front suspension. This could cause the front wheel to come loose from the connection point, causing the rider to lose control of the vehicle.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should stop using these ATVs immediately and contact their local Manco Products, Inc. dealer to schedule a free repair or to receive a full refund. Owners of these ATVs have been directly notified about this recall.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Manco Products, Inc., of Ft. Wayne, Ind..